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Watch Ryan Break Down Performance Climbing Shoes for Indoor Bouldering Join Ryan, a staff member at Climb On Equipment and an experienced climber with over ten years of bouldering experience. Ryan also coaches locally and shares his insights on what...

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Mandala from La Sportiva La Sportiva's No-Edge® Technology is designed to enhance sensitivity, precision, and uniform wear in climbing shoes by eliminating the traditional sharp edge found on the sole. This technology allows for better surface contact with the rock,...

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Discover the exciting upgrades to the Petzl Lynx Crampon, making them even better for ice climbing and mountaineering!  Petzl has integrated key design elements from the legendary Dart crampon, enhancing the Lynx for technical ice and mixed climbing while keeping...

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Want to improve your climbing by training but don't know where to start? With a huge amount of training advice out there it can be overwhelming and intimidating to know where to start. This article is intended for those who...

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When it comes to belay devices, climbers are always on the lookout for gear that combines safety, ease of use, and versatility. The Petzl Neox is a relatively new entry into the world of belay devices, and we wanted to...

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Petzl’s 2024 crampon lineup focuses on improved compatibility and adaptability for ice climbing, alpine climbing, and ski mountaineering. Key updates include: Expanded Toe Bail Options for small and large boots Improved Heel Lever Design All updates are compatible with older...

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Join Tom as he breaks down the new G-Summit boot from La Sportiva. While the G-Summit is marketed as a "High Altitude" mountaineering boot, we feel that this label overlooks who will truly benefit from it. The G-Summit could be...

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Do you have a climber in your life and want to buy them a thoughtful gift this Christmas but don't know where to start? Do you listen to their climbing conversations filled with jargon and terminology with bewilderment? Don’t worry,...

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Insider Knowledge, Gear, Community & Avalanche Safety  Join us for four social evenings to launch you into the ice-climbing season with our season kick-off series. Gain local ice knowledge, learn about gear, stay safe in avalanche terrain, and connect with fellow...

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Lucas Uchida is a talented Canadian climber known for his impressive achievements in both competition and outdoor climbing. Growing up in Ontario, he developed his skills early on and quickly excelled, becoming a prominent figure in the climbing scene. His...

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A product guide to sweaty palms, clammy clutches and those cursed with fingertip hyperhidrosis! Author: Eric H. Cover photo: Hands by Timothy Kang Introduction Historically F1 racing drivers had full teams of engineers preparing their tires; they developed new compounds...

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A versatile belay device that connects directly to your harness.  The EDELRID Pinch is an assisted braking belay device which connects without the use of a carabiner to a belay loop or anchor. It acts and feels like a compact device while giving...

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Pairing our chosen footwear with the appropriate crampon can significantly impact our chances of success or, at the very least, affect our comfort and safety. This article will explore the factors to consider when choosing footwear and how to pair...

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Join ACMG guide Brian Shannon as he discusses footwear and crampon pairings for summer alpine climbing objectives. Want to learn more? Read our comprehensive article on Mountain Footwear and Crampon Pairings. This detailed article will explore the factors to consider...

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From Big Walls to Endurance Test Pieces. Join Bronwyn, a Wild Country climbing athlete, as she takes us through her journey across the climbing disciplines.

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Author: Katy H. Bugaboos Climbing Kits Have you ever felt like a beast of burden carrying a giant alpine pack loaded with gear, food and camping supplies? By the time you arrive at camp your hips are bruised and you...

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The Petzl NEOX A new belay device that combines the security of an internal camming mechanism, which pinches the rope, with the ease of a wheel to feed slack. The NEOX was recently launched by Petzl, so we unboxed one...

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Take a deeper dive into the updated Edelrid Ohm II. This unique and innovative product allows teams with major weight differences to climb together more easily. Watch Edelrid rep Anna Campbell breakdown when and how to use it. The Updated...

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Shoe guru Tyrone dives into the world of sport climbing shoes, unravelling the key elements while offering examples suitable for different climber abilities and climbing styles. In this video, Ty offers shoe model recommendations for those advancing into higher grades,...

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Why Resole Your Climbing Shoes Resoling climbing shoes extends their life, maintaining the performance and fit you've grown accustomed to. Over time, the rubber on the soles wears down, reducing grip and decreases their performance. Resoling replaces the worn rubber, restoring the...

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Project Pride Squamish is a community bouldering event open to the 2SLGBTQ+ community and allies. This unique gathering aims to unite climbers in celebration of the sport while emphasizing inclusion and diversity. Now in its second annual anniversary, we spent...

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